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Crayfish Mud Mounds in Yard: Moisture Reduction Only Real Solution

Crayfish building mud mounds in backyard. Asks how to stop.

Difficult Problem

ICWDM crayfish guide. Short of reducing soil moisture, little works.

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High-res (3+ MB) damage photos welcome for education. Send to svantassel2@unl.edu or upload to ICWDM members area (user: ICWDM, pass: guest). Include permission, location, date.

Disclaimer

Wildlife control has legal, health, liability risks. Follow all laws. Advice limited by understanding.

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